Heiress: meaning, definitions and examples
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heiress
[ ˈɛrɪs ]
wealth inheritance
A female heir to a fortune or title, especially one who inherits a large sum of money upon the death of a relative.
Synonyms
heiress apparent, heiress presumptive, inheritrix
Examples of usage
- She is the heiress to a billion-dollar fortune.
- The young heiress was known for her extravagant lifestyle.
- The heiress inherited the family estate after her parents passed away.
succession rights
A woman who inherits or has the right of inheritance to a position, title, or office.
Synonyms
beneficiary, inheritor, successor
Examples of usage
- The princess was the heiress to the throne.
- She is the heiress to the family business.
- The heiress to the company took over as CEO.
Translations
Translations of the word "heiress" in other languages:
🇵🇹 herdeira
🇮🇳 उत्तराधिकारी
🇩🇪 Erbin
🇮🇩 ahli waris perempuan
🇺🇦 спадкоємиця
🇵🇱 dziedziczka
🇯🇵 相続人
- 継承者
- 後継者
🇫🇷 héritière
🇪🇸 heredera
🇹🇷 mirasçı kadın
🇰🇷 상속녀
🇸🇦 وريثة
🇨🇿 dědička
🇸🇰 dedička
🇨🇳 女继承人
🇸🇮 dedinja
🇮🇸 erfingi
🇰🇿 мұрагер әйел
🇬🇪 მემკვიდრე ქალი
🇦🇿 varis qız
🇲🇽 heredera
Word origin
The word 'heiress' originated from the Old French word 'heritier' which means 'inherit'. It first appeared in the English language in the 14th century. Heiresses were historically important figures in aristocratic families as they carried on the family lineage and inheritance. In modern times, the concept of heiress has evolved to include women who inherit wealth, titles, or positions. The term has been used in literature, film, and popular culture to depict characters who are wealthy and privileged.